Vortexgear Race 3 75% Keyboard

The Vortexgear Race 3 occupies a precise niche in the keyboard market — offering the maximum functionality in the minimum practical footprint. Vortexgear is a Taiwanese manufacturer with a strong following among enthusiasts who appreciate keyboards that quietly deliver excellent quality without superfluous features or marketing gimmicks.

The 75% layout is one of the most logical compromises in keyboard design. By removing the gap between the function row and main key area, and condensing the navigation cluster into a single column, the Race 3 achieves a very compact profile while retaining all keys including dedicated arrow keys, Delete, Page Up/Down, and Home/End. Users rarely feel the absence of keys that aren’t there.

The aluminum anodized case gives the Race 3 a substantial, premium feel that belies its compact dimensions. The case comes in multiple colorways including black and silver, and the weight of the aluminum helps the keyboard stay planted on the desk during aggressive typing. The Cherry MX switches — available in the full range of colors — are seated in a PCB-mount configuration that provides a consistent and stable typing experience.

The PBT double-shot keycaps are thick, textured, and very durable — a quality rarely found at this price point. Macro recording is available through key combinations directly on the keyboard, and the DIP switch on the bottom enables key remapping for popular layouts. Full NKRO over USB ensures reliable key registration during intensive typing or gaming sessions.